Navicular Fracture

📋Overview

This injury involves the small, boat-shaped bone located between the talus and the cuneiform bones in the foot. While the term was historically used for a bone in the wrist, it now primarily refers to the tarsal navicular, which plays a vital role in maintaining the medial longitudinal arch of the foot.

These fractures may occur as acute traumatic injuries resulting from direct impact or as stress fractures caused by repetitive loading. Because the bone is essential for proper foot mechanics, identifying these breaks is necessary for maintaining long-term mobility and structural integrity.